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Study Computer Science & Engineering in New Zealand

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

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  1. Major

    Software Development (Major)

    Auckland University of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  2. Other programmes

    Computer Engineering

    University of Canterbury 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  3. Other programmes

    Computing: Information Technology/Specialist (Short Course)

    Auckland University of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  4. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences (Honours)

    Auckland University of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  6. Diploma

    Computer Science (Graduate Diploma)

    Manukau Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Manukau City, New Zealand

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  7. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma in Software and Information Technology

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  8. Scholarship

    Solnet Solutions Scholarship for Potential Software Engineers

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  9. Certificate

    Computer Science (Graduate Certificate)

    University of Waikato 🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand

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  10. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences - Overview

    Auckland University of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  11. Certificate

    Certificate in Computing (CIC)

    Southern Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Invercargill, New Zealand

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  12. Diploma

    Graduate Diploma in Software and Information Technology

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  13. Bachelor

    Software Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering)

    University of Waikato 🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand

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  15. Scholarship

    Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences Undergraduate Scholarships - Full First-Year Fees

    University of Waikato 🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand

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  16. Diploma

    Graduate Diploma in Computing

    UNITEC Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  17. Certificate

    Certificate in Introductory Computing Studies

    Southern Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Invercargill, New Zealand

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  18. Certificate

    Graduate Certificate in Software and Information Technology

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  19. Certificate

    Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences

    Auckland University of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  20. Certificate

    Postgraduate Certificate in Software and Information Technology

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  21. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Bachelor of Science (Technology))

    University of Waikato 🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand

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  22. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma in Computing

    UNITEC Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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Study Computer Science & Engineering in New Zealand – facts and figures

In New Zealand, 11 universities and colleges offer 72 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 18 Bachelor, 5 Master and 1 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Auckland, Manukau City, Invercargill and Christchurch. Institutions with the widest choice: Auckland University of Technology, Manukau Institute of Technology and Southern Institute of Technology.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 72 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 11 institutions in New Zealand. Popular cities include Auckland, Manukau City and Invercargill.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in New Zealand?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Auckland University of Technology, Manukau Institute of Technology, Southern Institute of Technology, University of Waikato and UNITEC Institute of Technology.

How do I apply?

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